A recent study indicates that glucosamine, a supplement widely used for joint health, may accelerate Alzheimer’s disease progression. Among patients, glucosamine users showed a 25% increased likelihood of worsening cognitive impairment and higher mortality risks. The study suggests hyperglycosylation may… Read More »Glucosamine linked to faster Alzheimer’s disease progression
Many flu and cold supplements lack scientific evidence supporting their effectiveness and are generally a waste of money. The best prevention against flu is vaccination. Claims that these supplements boost the immune system are oversimplified and misleading. Evidence-based treatments exist,… Read More »Flu and cold supplements — mostly, they are worthless
The MAHA initiative under HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is reviving interest in unproven medical treatments, particularly among anti-vaccine advocates. Four alternative treatments—hydroxychloroquine, colloidal silver, vitamin D, and Miracle Mineral Solution—lack scientific validity and pose significant health risks, underscoring… Read More »Four alternative medical treatments coming back thanks to RFK Jr
The Texas measles outbreak has led to vitamin A poisoning due to misinformation promoted by HHS Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr, who suggested vitamin A could prevent or treat measles. While vitamin A is vital for health and may help… Read More »Measles outbreak has led to increased vitamin A poison center calls
The article critiques RFK Jr’s claims that vitamin A and cod liver oil can prevent or treat measles. While vitamin A supports immune function, it does not prevent measles or its complications in healthy individuals. Risks of toxicity exist, and… Read More »Vitamin A and measles — what are the facts
A recent peer-reviewed study indicates that certain drugs, including vaccines, may reduce the risk of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. The research involved over 130 million individuals and identified classes of drugs, such as antibiotics and antivirals, that show promise in… Read More »Study shows some drugs and vaccines lower risk of dementia
Vitamin C is widely believed to prevent or treat the common cold, a notion popularized by Linus Pauling. However, meta-analyses show no significant evidence supporting its effectiveness in prevention, with only minor reductions in cold duration and severity. Thus, while… Read More »Vitamin C and the common cold — myth or science
A large cohort study involving nearly 400,000 participants found no link between daily multivitamin use and increased lifespan, and indicated a 4% increase in mortality among multivitamin users. Despite these findings, a third of participants still used multivitamins. The study… Read More »Multivitamins do not increase and may shorten lifespan
The US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) found insufficient evidence to recommend supplements for cancer and heart disease prevention, except for cases with specific medical needs. Expensive supplements generally result in “very expensive urine,” with no benefit for those without… Read More »Do supplements prevent cancer or heart disease? No evidence
Claims about vitamin D supplements preventing or curing cancer are greatly exaggerated. Most research, typically in cell culture or animal models, fails to translate into clinical relevance. Large studies have found no link between vitamin D and reduced cancer incidence… Read More »Vitamin D supplements do not prevent cancer